Principles of Housing First
Resources
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Housing First fidelity assurance framework
This framework contains two self-reflection tools designed to support fidelity to the principles of Housing First in England.
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The Principles of Housing First
Studies have shown that the closer a Housing First service adheres to a certain set of principles, the more successful that service is in supporting people to achieve positive outcomes.
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The Principles for Housing First in England webinar
Jo Prestidge, Homeless Link's Innovation and good practice project manager introduces listeners to the principles for providing Housing First in England.
News
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Housing First is essential, but it needs long-term thinking
Housing First is essential but we need longer funding cycles and top-down investment in staff, says Sarah Lister of Oasis Community Housing, as part of the Reset Homelessness campaign.
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Making housing work for Housing First
Cathy Michaels from Bromford Housing Association, describes her Housing First journey from sceptic to advocate, to clear up misconceptions hampering social housing provider involvement.
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Practical support for non-UK nationals sleeping rough
A practical training for London frontline workers on how to support people experiencing homelessness with immigration issues, covering the boundaries of immigration advice, evidence gathering, and accessing legal aid and support services.
Online Free, London-based organisations only -
Understanding trauma in refugees, people seeking sanctuary and migrant communities - an introduction
Online training for staff in the migrant sector and Immigration Solicitors who want to develop their knowledge and understanding of homelessness and rough sleeping in London.
Online Free, London-based organisations only -
Practical support for non-UK nationals sleeping rough
A practical training for London frontline workers on how to support people experiencing homelessness with immigration issues, covering the boundaries of immigration advice, evidence gathering, and accessing legal aid and support services.
Online Free, London-based organisations only -
Housing options for non-UK rough sleepers
A London-only training for frontline workers on housing options for people experiencing homelessness who are migrants, covering entitlements, alternative accommodation routes, and support where immigration status limits access to mainstream housing.
Online Free, London-based organisations only -
Rights and entitlements of homeless EU migrants
A free London-based training for frontline workers supporting EU nationals experiencing homelessness, clarifying post-Brexit rights and entitlements, including access to welfare benefits, housing, and alternative support options.
Online Free, London-based organisations only -
Understanding rough sleeping and homelessness services in London
Online training for staff in the migrant sector and Immigration Solicitors who want to develop their knowledge and understanding of homelessness and rough sleeping in London.
Online Free, London-based organisations only